Pay & Benefits
The VA Gives Raises to 10,000 Nurses, Takes More Steps to Boost Recruiting and Retention
The department is looking to quickly implement a new suite of incentives aimed at making VA a more attractive place to work.
Workforce
The Largest Law Enforcement Agency in the Nation Pledges to Hire a Lot More Women
The agency has a long way to go to fulfill its new commitment.
Management
Federal Agencies Have a Lot of Work to Do to Meet Biden's Goal for Full Fleet Electrification
Only a small fraction of federally owned vehicles are currently electric.
Management
Federal Agencies Detail Their Priorities in Battling the Fentanyl Epidemic
Fentanyl seizures at the border have increased tenfold over the last three years.
Management
The Biden Team Struggled to Implement New Immigration Policies Due to Poor Interagency Coordination
The administration was looking for quick solutions to handle historic upticks in migrants crossing the border.
Management
The U.S. Postal Service Is Poised for Improved Performance in the 2022 Election, Officials Say
USPS has ramped up communications with local officials and will begin "extraordinary measures" to expedite ballot delivery next week.
Workforce
The Postmaster General Tells USPS Employees to Keep Upcoming Workforce Changes ‘in Perspective’
DeJoy says it is a "fool's errand" to try to predict all the changes postal workers will face in the coming years.
Oversight
Federal Prisons Are Discounting Inmates' Sexual Assault Allegations Against Officers
Bureau of Prisons will not pursue misconduct cases based on inmate testimony, IG says.
Pay & Benefits
Nearly 20K Hack Victims Have Signed Up for Payouts of Up to $10K From OPM Settlement
Former and current federal employees could receive from $700 to $10,000 in damages.
Management
The U.S. Postal Service Is Set to Raise Prices, Again
The Postal Services cites inflation for the change, though the increases were long anticipated.
Management
USPS Is Delivering Ballots Faster in 2022
The Postal Service could improve its tracking, IG says, though the mailing agency has implemented many reforms to improve performance.
Management
House Delays Shutdown Threat by 10 Weeks After Approving Stopgap Spending Bill
The measure now heads to Biden's desk, who is expected to sign it before the midnight deadline.
Management
Senate Passes Stopgap to Avert Shutdown for 10 Weeks, House Must Still Act
Congress has until late Friday to get measure to the White House for Biden's signature.
Management
Agencies Across Government Are Sending Help as Hurricane Ian Slams Florida
FEMA says it has sufficient resources to handle the potentially catastrophic storm even as it tackles several crises simultaneously.
Management
Senate Reaches a Deal to Avoid a Shutdown, Punts Threat for 10 Weeks
Lawmakers agree to drop controversial provisions, set up new deadline for lame duck Congress.
Management
The Path to Averting a Shutdown Is Still Unclear, With Just Days Until the Deadline
The Senate is set to vote on a continuing resolution Tuesday that would fund agencies for 10 more weeks, but includes provisions many lawmakers oppose.
Management
This is How DOJ Plans to Defend Feds Facing State Prosecution for Performing Abortions
The Biden administration has laid out its legal rationale to ensure federal employees are shielded from state laws banning the care.
Management
USPS Mail Sorting Consolidation Plans Are Still in Flux as Initial Conversions Approach
Some employees are voicing concerns about the fate of their jobs.
Management
Federal Agencies Are Ignoring Most Building Safety Concerns Flagged by DHS
Lawmakers raise concerns about the non-compliance in light of the recent uptick in threats against feds.
Management